abstract art on paper - process - step-by-step tutorial
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In this video I talk through my process for creating abstract art on paper. My inspiration is fields of flowers, so you'll see how I recreate that in an abstract form.
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Hello and welcome! I'm Betty Franks Krause and I create my vision of abstract fields of flowers using acrylic paints and pencils (and other mark-making tools). I live in the San Francisco Bay Area and travel a couple of times a year to Preko, Croatia (where my parents live). I started painting in 2012 and focused on abstract art in the summer of 2015. Follow all my art adventures on Instagram or Facebook (links below).
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If the background music is annoying to you (which it can be...sorry), you can turn on the subtitle by going to the gear icon under the video on the right side. You'll see the option available to you and then you can turn down the volume of the video. Thanks so much for watching!
@hearterin294
3 жыл бұрын
I love the background music!
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
@@hearterin294 Thanks, Erin!! You're probably one of the few. Thanks for watching!!
@langelle
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Betty
@cherylthomas2459
2 жыл бұрын
I love hearing you talk about your process but circus music not so much.
@BettyFranksArt
2 жыл бұрын
@@cherylthomas2459 😁 Thanks! I no longer use music in the background. This was one of my earlier videos.
Not only is your work beautiful but your narration is so helpful and interesting and your voice is so soothing.
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
So nice of you! Glad you liked the video!
I love this painting so much! It really inspires me....going to go paint now! Thanks for sharing!
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Love that reaction! Thank you for watching and have fun creating!
thank you I always love to watch other artists in their process appreciate you sharing
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Julie!
Love..love..Love this process and your painting
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Laurin!
So beautiful. From that crayon/pencil/black to this! Amazing why your paint does not become muddy/murky.
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching!
So calming and beautiful
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Many thanks, Lisa!
Thank you, Betty, for this beautiful video. Many artists have inspired me: you have not only inspired me, but also taught me how I can paint in an expressive way 💕. I will be starting today!
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Wonderful! Love hearing that, Linda! Enjoy and thank you so much for watching!
I can't stop watching this video. Beautiful colors and composition!
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much! I'm so happy you like it, Fernanda!
Such a beautiful, happy piece! Thanks for sharing your process!
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly, Joanne! I appreciate the comment!
I have watched this video many times. This piece is so beautiful. It is one of my favorites.
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Kascia! It's one of my favorite paintings! Thank you for watching!
Beautiful, I love it! Thank you for sharing your process and your art.
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
Glorious!
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Tarei! I appreciate you watching!
I love to watch you paint!
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Cool! Thanks so much, Lynn!
So beautiful and relaxing
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, Luisa! Thank you!
Betty, thanks for sharing, love your colorful and lovely abstracts, definitely see how you find inspiration in fields of flowers.
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I appreciate your kindness, Angie!
Absolutely mesmerizing
@BettyFranksArt
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Sandylee!
I love watching you create--it's mesmerizing!
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Cool! I love hearing that! Thanks, Linda!
Your paintings make me happy
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Richard!
Thank you again, so much information and yes inspiration!!!
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Yay! Glad you liked it, Linda! Thank you for watching!
I love this tutorial so much!!!
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Bianca!
Love the painting and thanks for your explanation!!!
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Susan!
Its so beautiful, even when continuing to lay more layers it keeps getting more beautiful, thank you 💐
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Elke! I love creating layers!
After watching about all of your videos, I finally jumped over the edge and started painting today. I'm a photographic artist and have worked in encaustic but have always wanted to paint. I'm pretty happy with my results. Thank you for your videos!
@BettyFranksArt
2 жыл бұрын
That is awesome, Mark! So cool that you're giving painting a go. I'm sure you're going to love it!
I LOVE your paintings!!! I'm definitely going to have to try it!
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
You should! Have fun creating!
Love love love this Betty!
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
The end result is beautiful! Thanks for sharing
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it! Thanks, Chloe!
Thank you for sharing. I love your colour sense and exuberant style. Stunning!
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Patricia!
Just beautiful. Thank you for sharing
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Darlene!!
Love to watch you make art and the footage you add to it. Love your colors. Your process makes me happy. A good way to start my day. Thank you 🙏🏽
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Many thanks, Raina! I appreciate your kind note!
Thank you for sharing your process...I love your exuberant work!
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Yay! Thanks, Jill!
Hi Betty, Beautiful, I love it! Thank you for sharing .
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm glad you liked it!
I love your work and your process
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching!
Ahhhh beautiful!
@BettyFranksArt
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Di!
Dear Betty, thank you soooo much for this great and inspiration video. I like the way you paint. It`s so free and colourfull.
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
So happy you like it, Conny! Thanks for watching!
I love the painting and really enjoyed watching you create it. Thank you.
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching, Anna Maria!
Just love your calmness! You are an amazing teacher. Learning so much and just love your eye for colors. Thank 😘
@BettyFranksArt
6 жыл бұрын
Oh! It's easy to be calm after it's all done. That's why I prefer to do a voice-over recording. I would have a hard time talking and creating at the same time! Thanks for watching!
Thank you for sharing your process, Betty! This video really helped me loosen up and create an abstract painting that I like.
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
That's awesome, Regina!! I'm super happy for you!!
The way you paint is so inspiring ! Enjoy very much see you painting. I love your way of explaining what you are doing at the moment and your calm voice is nice. Hope to see more from you soon.
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words, Marie! I appreciate you watching the video!
Lovely!
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Valerie!
Like it a lot! I made a few notes what to try in my own art. Thanks for inspiration and sharing this with us!
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Wonderful, Anne! Thank you for watching!
Thank you for sharing your talent....This painting and so many of yours just fill me with Joy! The the splendor of colors you choose! So glad I found you on IG. Waiting for the next one!
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Tammy! Glad you liked it!
One of my favorite channels I watch. Ty 🙏❤️
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
You are super sweet, Sylvia! Thank you!
ooohll! so pretty!
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Elissa!
I love your work! I have a large canvas and can’t wait to give this a go. Thank you
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome! Go for it and have fun!
I am so glad I found your channel. Love Your style. Thank you for sharing your talent with us.❤️
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
You are very sweet! I'm glad you found me, too! Thank you so much for watching and leaving a kind note!
Your paintings inspire me; I can't wait to try it
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful! Thanks, Deborah!
Loved it, Betty. Thanks.
@BettyFranksArt
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching, Libby!
Even your unfinished artwork looks already amazing. Every new step you added you created again a new artwork and every single one I loved. Incredible🤩🤩👏
@BettyFranksArt
Жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you so much, Rien!
So beautiful!!!
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Christine!
This is beautiful. Thank you for sharing and your very detailed, great explanations. It got me inspired to try my hand at it. It looks like a lot of fun!
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Yay! So happy you found it helpful. Have fun creating and experimenting!
Really lovely. Enjoyed th he creation process very much. Thank you
@BettyFranksArt
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, Emmanuel!
This is a great video illustrating your creative process! I love the way you speak about what you are doing! Thanks! So very inspiering!
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
So happy you liked it, Maria! I appreciate your feedback!
Feels like spring
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
For sure! I love spring and summer! Thanks, Gill!
Great video! Thank you for sharing!
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching!
Loved it!!!
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that, Julie! Thanks for watching!
Stunning, your art is a breath of fresh air. I love it!
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
You are super kind, Wendy! Thank you so much!
a very nice color balance + harmony feeling to this in the end - almost like it's a surprise ending ... thanks for posting.
@BettyFranksArt
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I appreciate your kind words! Thank you for watching!
Great process explained and love your genuine personal approach.
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching!
Beautiful! I love the color combination that you used. Such a pretty flow to this piece. Thank you for sharing your talents.
@BettyFranksArt
6 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, Candace! I appreciate you watching it!
ive had my eye on nova paints for a year, as ive branched out with brands, i believe it wont be long, with your inspiration, my monthly supply order will be nova. thanks and blessings, from oregon
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Alaysia! I think you'll like Nova. Let me know once you start using them!
Love it!
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Many thanks, Paulina! Thank you for watching!
Glad I found your channel this week! I love to watch you work!
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
I'm also glad you found me, Robyn! Welcome to my channel!!
Enjoyed seeing your process and love your work!
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Stephanie! I appreciate you watching!
Beautiful work - could hardly wait to see it the right way up. Beautiful hands and voice. The only thing was the background noise. Many thanks for the inspiration!
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Ingrid. I think I won't be using that music in the background...ever again!
Hello Betty, I have only just discovered your incredible art. I love every piece and am blown away with your colour harmony blending and design to transform so many layers of pens, pencils, paints and so forth to create inspiring and beautiful artwork. Wow! In am so happy a gentleman bought one of your exhibited pieces and It is now being appreciated in a far off country. Thank you for your generosity for your tutorial and tips in painting tecniques. Xxx😗
@BettyFranksArt
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Laura! I'm happy that you're enjoying my videos!
Wow! l love your work. Your style is beautiful!
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Karen! I appreciate you watching and commenting!
Wow, that is beautiful, if I do like this I have mud!! Thanks very much.
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
I think you can do it, Claudine! The trick is to keep the warm and cool colors separate (let them dry). Thanks for watching!
Have been following you on Instagram but only just found your videos - Amazingly generous of you to share your process, thank you. You’ve inspired me to tackle some more abstract, to try and recreate your meadow of flowers!! Thank you so much, Betty 💕
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Love hearing that! Thanks for sharing!
Gorgeous 💕🤓
@BettyFranksArt
3 ай бұрын
Thank you! 😊
Wow! Beautiful! Thank you for the tutorial :)
@BettyFranksArt
Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! Thanks so much for watching!
Hi Betty I just completed this tutorial. I love this piece. I've been studying along with each tutorial you have uploaded on your channel and I have learned so much. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and taking the time to teach. Sincerely... Gina 😊xxx
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Gina! I really appreciate you watching my videos. I'm glad you have found them to be helpful in your art journey!
Amazing !!!! Thank you !!!! Kind regards - Judi - Australia
@BettyFranksArt
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching, Judi!
Your art is great Betty. Thank you so much for the inspiration i found in this video. (-:
@BettyFranksArt
2 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy you enjoyed this video! Thank you so much for watching!
Hi🙂 that's it....enough of watching your incredibly well made videos ( not to mention, one of a kind paintings)...time to give it a try - I am painting today! I hope I can create a nice piece that you and I can be proud of. Thank you for lovely lessons💗
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
You are very sweet, Doska! I hope you enjoy creating!
@doskawisniewska7854
4 жыл бұрын
Hi again🙂 I painted it last night...followed your process on fb live lesson. Almost done. I have to say: painting is not as easy as watching youtube videos....lol. I am a beginner, started my adventure in art world in April 2020...and I love it. My painting doesn't look like yours at all but I like it. I am going to finish it and try another one. I am so glad I came across your youtube videos. You are an amazing artist and a teacher. Thank you🥰
I think you are so talented. Thank you so much for sharing! It is stunningly beautiful... /Erik
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Erik! You are very kind!
so awesome. TFS
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Mary!
Beautiful
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Vicki!
Really beautiful, you can see the skilled work in the close ups. Inspiring!
@BettyFranksArt
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, Nina! I appreciate you watching and commenting!
@ninacouser3024
2 жыл бұрын
@@BettyFranksArt I've gone out and purchased a LOT of art supplies on the strength of your lesson. No pressure!! But I am very inspired. Thank you!
I loved watching this page develop. I find this camera angle easy to watch, (in case it helps to know that) . It was especially helpful to see your color mixing as you went along. I will be watching this one a few times. It inspired me lots! Thank you for putting it out there for us.
@BettyFranksArt
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, Julia! Thank you for that feedback and for watching!
hi betty! your art is stunning!! thanks for sharing. p.s. my parents taught me at 4 years old, if you don't have something nice to say, don't say anything at all!! such critics!!
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Traci! Yes, I think many of us learned that early on!
This so beautiful 🥰👍
@BettyFranksArt
8 ай бұрын
Thank you so much 😊
Really wonderful!! Well done!
@BettyFranksArt
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Ilias! I appreciate you watching!
love your colour harmony
@BettyFranksArt
5 ай бұрын
Thank you, Maureen!
Hi Betty! I stumbled upon one of your posts on Pinterest and I was so drawn to your art and looked you up on KZread and found this video. I love your art, especially the bright vibrant colors!! Just love it. Thank you for the tutorial. I’ll definitely try 😊
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Sweet! Thank you for finding me on Pinterest and tracking me down on KZread! I appreciate you kind message!
Great piece :) Full of life
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Lucille!
beautiful
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Kereen!
Thanks!!
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, Joleeta!
What fun! And you get to use some many art supplies :)
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Yes, it sure is fun! Thank you for watching, Linnea!
AMAZING! So fun to watch the progression of this art. If I did what you did, I would have mud - LOL. TFS Betty. Joanne
@BettyFranksArt
6 жыл бұрын
I think if you stick with warm colors first and then cool colors you can avoid making mud. It's when we mix warm and cool colors...that's what makes mud! Thanks so much for watching, Joanne!
I'm so glad I found your channel! We have extremely similar art styles!
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Wonderful! Welcome, Ta'Shyra!
New subbie. Love watching your process. Especially how you keep a good pace through out 💕
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Naomi! I don't like to slow down too much--otherwise I start to think too much!! :-D Thanks for watching!
Hello from France ! it's beautiful and very very inspiring .... thank you for sharing! I was just disturbed by the rangaine that we hear in the background! thanks again for what you share with us
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! Yes, the background music sounded good when I was editing, but now it's just annoying!
@35MARGUERITE
4 жыл бұрын
@@BettyFranksArt thank you for your response and very nice year of creation your work is wonderful
Exelent!
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly, Koyo! I appreciate you watching and commenting!
Betty, I have 10 days off of work, I’ve been playing over here with what you’ve been sharing with us! It’s really helping me to loosen up and have fun, discovering what will come forth is so exciting! I love it! I’ve had so much stuckness! Stuck! Not being able to move forward! This has really been a joy to paint along with you and I love you for all of the time you give and explanation of step by step, talking us through the process! I love it! ❤️
@BettyFranksArt
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Debra! I'm so happy I was able to help unstick you! 😍 Thank you so much for watching the video! Have fun playing and experimenting!
Wonderful tutorial, easy to follow process, accessible materials and fabulous finished piece, Betty. Thank you so much for creating and sharing these videos. My intuition says I'm in the right place. Blessed be.
@BettyFranksArt
Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome, Belinda! I'm happy to hear that you're in the right place!
Found your video "by accident" 😀Enjoyed video and your art. Decided to follow you on Instagram. Thank you for sharing.
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Welcome, Angela! Glad you accidentally found me! And, thanks for following me on IG, too!
Thank you.
@BettyFranksArt
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching, Carla!
🌸Ok, loving watching and re-watching vids from you! Interesting when you zoom in and focus on small areas, I can see them being a inspiration for a large canvas or cradled panel. Just made a list of what I’d want in a studio. I’m so sick of trying to create in a dining room. I’m not great about putting things away after everything I do! 😅 Kris
@BettyFranksArt
2 жыл бұрын
It's no fun having to clean up after you're done creating. Sounds like it's time for you to move to a place with a door you can close and just walk away (well, after you wash out your brushes!). Keep on creating!
Спасибо за видео 🐰🐰🌸🌸💛💛
@BettyFranksArt
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!